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SINGAPORE, Oct. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cambridge English has released a comprehensive guide to help candidates navigate the process of obtaining English language certification. Cambridge English Certificates are recognised globally and provide a trusted benchmark for academic, professional, and immigration purposes.
In an increasingly connected world, English proficiency has become essential. Whether for studying abroad, strengthening job applications, or meeting immigration requirements, certified English skills open doors to international opportunities. With abundant online information, candidates often face misinformation, fraudulent providers, and unclear registration procedures. This guide provides clear, official steps to ensure a legitimate and successful path to certification.
Choosing the Right Exam and Test Centre
Cambridge English offers qualifications tailored to different learning levels:
- A2 Key for beginners
- B1 Preliminary for practical English
- B2 First for upper-intermediate learners
- C1 Advanced for academic and professional excellence
- C2 Proficiency for near-native mastery
Assessment of current skills is recommended before registration. Cambridge provides an online test for a quick proficiency check. Placement tests at authorised centres or consultation with qualified language professionals offer a more thorough evaluation.
Selecting an accredited test centre is critical. Cambridge English operates through 2,800 exam centres, over 50,000 schools, and tens of thousands of qualified examiners worldwide. Verification via the official Cambridge website ensures candidates avoid unofficial agents or fraudulent providers, which can result in invalid certificates, financial losses, and wasted preparation time.
Test centre's authenticity using the official Cambridge website's authorised centre locator
Registration, Preparation, and Exam Formats
After selecting the qualification and centre, registration is straightforward. Exams are available in computer-based and paper-based formats, both carrying equal validity.
- Computer-based exams provide results within 5-10 working days and include digital tools such as automatic word count and volume control for listening sections.
- Paper-based exams deliver results within 4-6 weeks and suit candidates preferring traditional formats or handwritten responses.
Preparation resources include official sample papers, exam handbooks, vocabulary lists, and video tutorials. Structured courses, textbooks, and online programs offer systematic skill development and peer learning opportunities, enhancing confidence and performance.
Results, Certificates, and Verification
Computer-based results are available within 5-10 working days; paper-based results within 4-6 weeks. The Cambridge Results Service allows secure sharing of results with institutions, employers, or government agencies. Only results verified through official Cambridge platforms should be accepted.
Successful candidates receive a Statement of Results and an official certificate showing Cambridge English Scale scores, overall grade, and CEFR level. These documents provide clear evidence of English proficiency that can be interpreted and verified internationally.
Foundation for Global Opportunities
Cambridge English Certificates provide recognition and credibility for students, professionals, and individuals pursuing international opportunities. Following official channels, using authentic preparation materials, and working with authorised providers ensures maximum return on investment in English proficiency. Every step toward certification supports access to opportunities requiring effective communication in the global language.
For more information and official resources, visit www.cambridgeenglish.org.
SINGAPORE, Oct. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cambridge English has released a comprehensive guide to help candidates navigate the process of obtaining English language certification. Cambridge English Certificates are recognised globally and provide a trusted benchmark for academic, professional, and immigration purposes.
In an increasingly connected world, English proficiency has become essential. Whether for studying abroad, strengthening job applications, or meeting immigration requirements, certified English skills open doors to international opportunities. With abundant online information, candidates often face misinformation, fraudulent providers, and unclear registration procedures. This guide provides clear, official steps to ensure a legitimate and successful path to certification.
Choosing the Right Exam and Test Centre
Cambridge English offers qualifications tailored to different learning levels:
- A2 Key for beginners
- B1 Preliminary for practical English
- B2 First for upper-intermediate learners
- C1 Advanced for academic and professional excellence
- C2 Proficiency for near-native mastery
Assessment of current skills is recommended before registration. Cambridge provides an online test for a quick proficiency check. Placement tests at authorised centres or consultation with qualified language professionals offer a more thorough evaluation.
Selecting an accredited test centre is critical. Cambridge English operates through 2,800 exam centres, over 50,000 schools, and tens of thousands of qualified examiners worldwide. Verification via the official Cambridge website ensures candidates avoid unofficial agents or fraudulent providers, which can result in invalid certificates, financial losses, and wasted preparation time.
Test centre's authenticity using the official Cambridge website's authorised centre locator
Registration, Preparation, and Exam Formats
After selecting the qualification and centre, registration is straightforward. Exams are available in computer-based and paper-based formats, both carrying equal validity.
- Computer-based exams provide results within 5-10 working days and include digital tools such as automatic word count and volume control for listening sections.
- Paper-based exams deliver results within 4-6 weeks and suit candidates preferring traditional formats or handwritten responses.
Preparation resources include official sample papers, exam handbooks, vocabulary lists, and video tutorials. Structured courses, textbooks, and online programs offer systematic skill development and peer learning opportunities, enhancing confidence and performance.
Results, Certificates, and Verification
Computer-based results are available within 5-10 working days; paper-based results within 4-6 weeks. The Cambridge Results Service allows secure sharing of results with institutions, employers, or government agencies. Only results verified through official Cambridge platforms should be accepted.
Successful candidates receive a Statement of Results and an official certificate showing Cambridge English Scale scores, overall grade, and CEFR level. These documents provide clear evidence of English proficiency that can be interpreted and verified internationally.
Foundation for Global Opportunities
Cambridge English Certificates provide recognition and credibility for students, professionals, and individuals pursuing international opportunities. Following official channels, using authentic preparation materials, and working with authorised providers ensures maximum return on investment in English proficiency. Every step toward certification supports access to opportunities requiring effective communication in the global language.
For more information and official resources, visit www.cambridgeenglish.org.
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A Complete Guide to the Cambridge English Certificate: Key Information
A Complete Guide to the Cambridge English Certificate: Key Information
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ICANN Releases 2026 Guidebook, Other Resources to Support Organizations Planning to Apply for New Domain Extensions in April 2026
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Internet is constantly evolving – transforming and changing as users innovate new technologies and platforms for connection, learning, and opportunity. Businesses and other entities will have a rare chance to be part of the next phase of that evolution when the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) begins accepting applications for new domain extensions next year. That means that companies and organizations can apply to have custom domain extensions – otherwise known as generic top-level domains (gTLDs). A gTLD is the part of an Internet address that comes after the last dot.
Today, ICANN published the official Applicant Guidebook for the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round, expected to open to receive applications on 30 April 2026. The guidebook is the authoritative manual for any entity – brands, communities, cities – that wants to apply for a gTLD. It gives interested parties the application questions, requirements, and processes to lead readers through application submission and evaluation processes.
New gTLDs present a unique opportunity for businesses, communities, regions, and organizations to strengthen their digital presence. A custom domain extension, like .brand or .city, is a powerful tool to enhance visibility, build consumer trust, and foster innovation as part of a digital presence or strategy. The 2026 Round of new gTLDs also will expand the number of Internationalized Domain Names, which will be available in more than two dozen scripts, representing over 300 languages used around the world.
New gTLDs are managed by registry operators, which play a key role in the Internet ecosystem. As the nonprofit responsible for coordinating the Internet's global Domain Name System, ICANN has developed a comprehensive process to assess and approve registry operators.
"It's important that new gTLD applicants be prepared for the assessment of the gTLD string they wish to apply for, as well as all of the applicable evaluations, including financial and operational capabilities," said ICANN President and CEO Kurtis Lindqvist. "The Applicant Guidebook tells them exactly what's required and helps them navigate the process."
The 2026 Round Applicant Guidebook is available in English; an HTML version will be available before the end of January 2026. ICANN will provide translations of the guidebook in Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish no later than two months before the opening of the 2026 Round, as required by community-developed policy recommendations.
New Resources Available to Prepare Applicants
ICANN offers many resources to help prepare potential applicants, including webinars, key topic overviews, Frequently Asked Questions, and other support materials. All are available on the program website.
ICANN will open the application submission period on 30 April 2026 and will continue to publish additional applicant resources in the lead-up to the round opening. For more information on the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round, please visit https://newgtldprogram.icann.org/.
About ICANN
ICANN's mission is to help ensure a stable, secure, and unified global Internet. To reach another person on the Internet, you need to type an address – a name or a number – into your computer or other device. That address must be unique so computers know where to find each other. ICANN helps coordinate and support these unique identifiers across the world. ICANN was formed in 1998 as a nonprofit public benefit corporation with a community of participants from all over the world.
ICANN Releases 2026 Guidebook, Other Resources to Support Organizations Planning to Apply for New Domain Extensions in April 2026
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Internet is constantly evolving – transforming and changing as users innovate new technologies and platforms for connection, learning, and opportunity. Businesses and other entities will have a rare chance to be part of the next phase of that evolution when the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) begins accepting applications for new domain extensions next year. That means that companies and organizations can apply to have custom domain extensions – otherwise known as generic top-level domains (gTLDs). A gTLD is the part of an Internet address that comes after the last dot.
Today, ICANN published the official Applicant Guidebook for the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round, expected to open to receive applications on 30 April 2026. The guidebook is the authoritative manual for any entity – brands, communities, cities – that wants to apply for a gTLD. It gives interested parties the application questions, requirements, and processes to lead readers through application submission and evaluation processes.
New gTLDs present a unique opportunity for businesses, communities, regions, and organizations to strengthen their digital presence. A custom domain extension, like .brand or .city, is a powerful tool to enhance visibility, build consumer trust, and foster innovation as part of a digital presence or strategy. The 2026 Round of new gTLDs also will expand the number of Internationalized Domain Names, which will be available in more than two dozen scripts, representing over 300 languages used around the world.
New gTLDs are managed by registry operators, which play a key role in the Internet ecosystem. As the nonprofit responsible for coordinating the Internet's global Domain Name System, ICANN has developed a comprehensive process to assess and approve registry operators.
"It's important that new gTLD applicants be prepared for the assessment of the gTLD string they wish to apply for, as well as all of the applicable evaluations, including financial and operational capabilities," said ICANN President and CEO Kurtis Lindqvist. "The Applicant Guidebook tells them exactly what's required and helps them navigate the process."
The 2026 Round Applicant Guidebook is available in English; an HTML version will be available before the end of January 2026. ICANN will provide translations of the guidebook in Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish no later than two months before the opening of the 2026 Round, as required by community-developed policy recommendations.
New Resources Available to Prepare Applicants
ICANN offers many resources to help prepare potential applicants, including webinars, key topic overviews, Frequently Asked Questions, and other support materials. All are available on the program website.
ICANN will open the application submission period on 30 April 2026 and will continue to publish additional applicant resources in the lead-up to the round opening. For more information on the New gTLD Program: 2026 Round, please visit https://newgtldprogram.icann.org/.
About ICANN
ICANN's mission is to help ensure a stable, secure, and unified global Internet. To reach another person on the Internet, you need to type an address – a name or a number – into your computer or other device. That address must be unique so computers know where to find each other. ICANN helps coordinate and support these unique identifiers across the world. ICANN was formed in 1998 as a nonprofit public benefit corporation with a community of participants from all over the world.
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The Roadmap to Securing Your Own Digital Domain is Now Available
